Velogemel World Championship 2027 - snow-bike race on the Bussalp
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On Sunday 7 February 2027, the 31st Velogemel World Championship sends riders on wooden snow bikes down the Bussalp above Grindelwald.
Good to know
When: Sunday 7 February 2027; race numbers from 10:00 to 11:30
Where: Bussalp above Grindelwald, from Oberläger to Mittelläger
Format: race on the Velogemel, the wooden snow bike from Grindelwald, for juniors, women and men, with a team ranking
Entry fee: CHF 20 for juniors born in 2010 or later, CHF 30 for adults; race numbers are collected at the finish on the Bussalp
Getting there: by train from Wengen to Grindelwald, then by bus 126 to the Bussalp in about 35 minutes, leaving at 08:55, 09:45 and 10:30
The event
The Velogemel is a wooden snow bike invented in Grindelwald, and the World Championship has been held on the Bussalp every February since 1996. The course runs from Oberläger down to Mittelläger, with an alternative route if the snow requires it. At the 30th edition in February 2026, around 130 riders took part in categories for women, men, two-seaters and juniors, and in a team ranking. Spectators can follow the runs along the course, and Grindelwald Tourismus is the contact for questions.
Plan your stay
Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn is 1 minute on foot from Wengen station, where the train to Grindelwald leaves. Back in Wengen, the spa has an indoor pool, an outdoor whirlpool, a sauna and a steam room, and Pasta & More, one of the hotel's restaurants and bars, serves à la carte in the evening. See what else is on this winter in Wengen.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is a Velogemel, and what happens at the World Championship?
The Velogemel is a wooden snow bike invented in Grindelwald, steered by leaning and by turning the front runner. At the World Championship, riders race down a snow course on the Bussalp above Grindelwald, from Oberläger to Mittelläger. The 2027 event is the 31st edition.
When is the Velogemel World Championship?
The 31st Velogemel World Championship takes place on Sunday 7 February 2027. It is a one-day race on the Bussalp above Grindelwald, with race numbers handed out at the finish from 10:00 to 11:30. As a single day it slots neatly into a wider winter stay in the region.
Is the event suitable for families, and where do you watch from?
Yes, it is a family-friendly day with a strong local following, and one of the more entertaining winter mornings in the region if you are travelling with children. Spectators watch the runs along the course on the Bussalp. The atmosphere is warm and unhurried.
How do I get to the championship from Wengen?
Grindelwald is under an hour from Wengen by train. Take the Wengernalpbahn up to Kleine Scheidegg and down into Grindelwald, or go round via Lauterbrunnen. From Grindelwald station, bus 126 runs to the Bussalp in about 35 minutes, leaving at 08:55, 09:45 and 10:30.
Why stay at Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn for a February visit?
Hotel Victoria Lauberhorn stands beside the Wengen railway station, so the ride over to Grindelwald and back is simple. February is a busy month in the Jungfrau region, so book in good time if the championship is on your list. Back in Wengen you have the car-free village, the Männlichen slopes on the doorstep and the hotel's wellness area, one of the largest spa areas in Wengen, at the end of the day.